Vintage Palekh Russian Black Lacquered Box Handpainted Signed Winter Scene Jewelry Trinket Holder store Stash Ring Key Holder Russia Souvenir

Vintage lacquered box with handpainted winter scene of horses pulling a sleigh of people. Church in the background. It features a Russian Troika, which was a type of transportation in the early days of Russia. A Troika is a three horse carriage which allows the rider to quickly maneuver through difficult winter terrain ideal transport for hard Russian winters. This type of folk store art is known as a palekh. It is signed, but I am unable to make out the signature. ( I think it is Pea___ Tpo___???) Gold decoration on the sides. Tiny little feet. Possibly a souvenir picked up in Russia. Condition is normal vintage wear. There are a few spots where the black paint is missing, one on the feet and along one edge. Shipping is included in the price!
5 x 3 in
1 1/2 in tall

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